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Video: First Look at BILLY ELLIOT at Paramount Theatre Aurora

Get a first look at Paramount Theatre's new production of the coming-of-age tale Billy Elliot: The Musical, set to the music of Elton John, book and lyrics by Lee Hall, directed by Trent Stork.

Photos: First Look at BILLY ELLIOT at Paramount Theatre

Paramount Theatre is ringing in 2024 with a new production of the coming-of-age tale Billy Elliot: The Musical, set to the music of Elton John, book and lyrics by Lee Hall, directed by Trent Stork. Performances run through March 24, 2024. Check out production photos here!

Cast Announced for BILLY ELLIOT: THE MUSICAL at Aurora's Paramount Theatre

Paramount Theatre rings in 2024 with an inspired new production of this popular coming-of-age tale, set to the music of Elton John, book and lyrics by Lee Hall, directed by Trent Stork. Performances are February 7-March 24, 2024. Opening Night is Friday, February 16 at 8 p.m. Learn more about the cast here!

Paramount Theatre Announces First Local Staging Of KINKY BOOTS in August

Nearly 16 months after dimming its famous marquee due to COVID-19, Aurora's Paramount Theatre has started rehearsals for its 10th Anniversary Broadway Series season opener, Kinky Boots, marking a pivotal moment for the second largest subscription house in the nation as it returns to live performances next month.

Cast Announced For THE DUST OF DEATH Virtual Production

Peninsula Players Theatre has announced the cast for 'The Dust of Death,' an adaptation by Neil Brookshire of Fred Merrick White's science-fiction short story, 'The Dust of Death: The Story of the Great Plague of the Twentieth Century.'

Hundreds of Jewish and Israeli Movies Now Available on ChaiFlicks to Help You Beat the Pandemic Blues

The duo behind the creation of ChaiFlicks, the “Jewish Netflix,” will tell a Zoom audience about their new streaming service at The Braid (formerly Jewish Women's Theatre, JWT) on Sunday, November 22, at 11 am PST, 2 pm EST.

Peninsula Players Theatre Presents Edgar Allan Poe's THE MURDERS IN THE RUE MORGUE

Peninsula Players Theatre is thrilled to announce, in collaboration with Chicago Radio Theatre, a dramatic live audio production of Edgar Allan Poe's 'The Murders in the Rue Morgue,' adapted and directed by Kevin Christopher Fox. The live broadcast will be available on the website of Peninsula Players Theatre Friday, October 23, at 9 p.m. 

ChaiFlicks, A Jewish-Themed Streaming Platform, to Feature Stories from The Braid/Jewish Women's Theatre

ChaiFlicks, the world's first dedicated streaming service for Jewish and Israeli-themed film/tv shows, is now available and will feature content from the critically acclaimed collection of stories by The Braid/ Jewish Women's Theatre (JWT) that have entertained audiences for the past 13 years.

Photo Flash: AN AMERICAN IN PARIS Celebrates Opening Night at Drury Lane Theatre

Drury Lane Theatre presents the beautifully captivating Gershwin musical An American in Paris. See photos from opening night!

Photo Flash: First Look at the Regional Premiere of AN AMERICAN IN PARIS at Drury Lane Theatre

Drury Lane Theatre presents the Regional Premiere of the beautifully captivating Gershwin musical An American in Paris.

Final Week To Vote for the 2019 BroadwayWorld Appleton, WI Awards

There's just one final week to submit votes for the 2019 BroadwayWorld Appleton, WI Awards, brought to you by TodayTix! Vote today to make sure your favorite local theatre's achievements and performers are recognized!

Josh Drake, Leigh-Ann Esty and More Announced in Casting of Drury Lane Theatre's AN AMERICAN IN PARIS

Drury Lane Theatre has announced casting for the final show in its 2019/2020 season, the Regional Premiere of the beautifully captivating Gershwin musical An American in Paris. Leading the cast are Josh Drake as American GI Jerry Mulligan and Leigh-Ann Esty as Lise Dassin. Drake can currently be seen on Broadway in Disney's Aladdin, and Esty returns to An American in Paris after playing the role of Lise on the show's national tour. This Tony Award-winning musical features music and lyrics by George Gershwin and Ira Gershwin with book by Craig Lucas and is directed and choreographed by Lynne Kurdziel-Formato. An American in Paris runs January 31 a?" March 29, 2020, at Drury Lane Theatre, 100 Drury Lane in Oakbrook Terrace. The press opening is scheduled for Thursday, February 6, 2020, at 8:00 p.m.

December 19th Update: SMOKE ON THE MOUNTAIN - Play-by-Play Theatre Leads Best Musical Category in the BWW Appleton, WI Awards Voting

We're heading into the final week of voting for the 2019 BroadwayWorld Appleton, WI Awards, brought to you by TodayTix! Vote today to make sure your favorite local theatre's achievements and performers are recognized!

Just Two Weeks Left To Vote for the 2019 BroadwayWorld Appleton, WI Awards

There's just two weeks left to vote for the 2019 BroadwayWorld Appleton, WI Awards, brought to you by TodayTix! The people have spoken nominations are set, and now you can vote to make sure your favorite local theatre's achievements and performers are recognized!

BroadwayWorld Appleton, WI Awards Update: SMOKE ON THE MOUNTAIN - Play-by-Play Theatre Wins Best Musical!

There's just a few weeks left to make your voice heard and submit your votes for the 2019 BroadwayWorld Appleton, WI Awards, brought to you by TodayTix! The people have spoken nominations are set, and now you can vote to make sure your favorite local theatre's achievements and performers are recognized!

December 2nd Update - Current Standings for the BWW Appleton, WI Awards!

It's December! Voting is now underway for the 2019 BroadwayWorld Appleton, WI Awards, brought to you by TodayTix! Now you can vote to make sure your favorite local theatres and performers are recognized. Check out the first set of stats below.

First Standings - Voting Opens for the BWW Appleton, WI Awards!

Voting is NOW OPEN and the first votes are in for the 2019 BroadwayWorld Appleton, WI Awards, brought to you by TodayTix! The nominees are set, and now you can vote to make sure your favorite local theatres and performers are recognized!

Photo Flash: Irving Berlin's WHITE CHRISTMAS Opens At Theatre At The Center In Munster

Irving Berlin's White Christmas opened Sunday night November 17 to a packed house at Theatre at the Center in Munster.  The cast gave a thrilling performance for an audience that was teeming with the holiday spirit.  Theatre at the Center Artistic Director Linda Fortunato directed and choreographed the show. 

Court Theatre Extends THE ADVENTURES OF AUGIE MARCH Through June 23

Court Theatre, under the leadership of Charles Newell, Marilyn F. Vitale Artistic Director, and Executive Director Angel Ysaguirre, announces the extension of its critically acclaimed hit The Adventures of Augie March, a play by David Auburn, based on the novel by Saul Bellow, and directed by Charles Newell, due to overwhelming demand.

Photo Flash: Court Theatre Presents THE ADVENTURES OF AUGIE MARCH

Court Theatre, under the leadership of Charles Newell, Marilyn F. Vitale Artistic Director, and Executive Director Angel Ysaguirre, concludes its 2018/19 season with the World Premiere of The Adventures of Augie March, a play by David Auburn, based on the novel by Saul Bellow, and directed by Charles Newell. The Adventures of Augie March runs May 9 - June 9, 2019 at Court Theatre, 5535 S. Ellis Ave. The press opening is Saturday, May 18, 2019 at 7:30pm.